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As horror franchises attempt to extend their lifespan through sequels, spinoffs, prequels, and requels, later entries often see a severe downturn in the box office takings. After a while, it’s tough to keep audiences consistently interested and avoid sequels being carbon copies of their predecessors. However, the “Scream” franchise has broken that trend, and the latest entry, “Scream VI,” is a testament to the enduring popularity of this long-running franchise. “Scream VI” not only delivered a hefty body count and some wild twists, but it also achieved a recording-breaking box office performance — continuing to show the impact “Scream” has in the modern era of horror.
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“Scream VI” earned $168.9 million worldwide during its theater run, and was the first “Scream” film to gross over $150 million globally since “Scream 3” in 2000. The film’s domestic box office performance was particularly noteworthy, and its estimated $108 million take is the highest domestic total in franchise history — which is pretty exceptional for the sixth entry in a franchise to achieve. “Scream VI” was an undeniable hit that continues to prove Ghostface’s ability to slash up box office competitors, and the franchise’s ability to break expectations of the horror genre.
